Global Specialties RP6V2 User Manual

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C-Programmable Robotic Vehicle

Features:

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RP6v2

RP6v2 Capabilities:

Cruise around
autonomously

Avoid obstacles

Follow light sources

Measure light intensity

Detect collisions

Detect blocked engines

Detect low battery

Measure and control
rotational speed of
motors via high­resolution encoders

Move given distance

Rotate specific angles

Measure driven
distance

Move in geometric
paths: circles,
polygons, and others

Exchange data with
other robots or devices

Operate as remote
control car (RC5)

Transfer sensor data to
PC via USB

Expand via I2C bus

Overview:

The RP6v2 is an economical
autonomous mobile robot system which
provides an introduction to the
fascinating world of robotics
designed for beginners as well as
experienced electronics and software
developers.

Programmable in C, the RP6v2 has many
possibilities for expansion as your
programming skills grow.

The RP6v2 is ideal for educational
curriculum at universities, trade schools,
high schools and of course hobby users.

With an extensive manual, lots of
example programs, and a huge C
function library, programming is easy
and you can instantly start
experimenting with your robot. All
library and example programs are open
source (GNU GPL)!

. It is

and 8MHz clock

Delivered fully assembled (no soldering needed)

CD with software, 138 page manual, and many
extras

for use with Windows and Linux

Programmable in C

Receives IR codes in RC5 format

USB Interface for easy programming and
communication

Module I2C bus expansion system

Expansion boards may be stacked as needed

Sample C programs and huge C function library

Powerful tank drive train can drive up steep ramps
and over obstacles

Large payload capacity

Light, collision, speed and IR-obstacle sensors
integrated

Two 7.2V DC motors

625 CPR encoder resolution for precise speed
regulation

Six PCB expansion areas

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RobotLoader Screen Shot

Model RP6v2

Processor memory

32KB Flash ROM

2 KB SRAM

1 KB EEPROM

USB upload rate

500kBaud

Expansion system

Two-wire I2C bus

400 kBit/s transfers

127 devices

Encoder resolution

625 CPR

Max speed of vehicle

25 cm/s

Traverse obstacles

ca. 2 cm height

Negotiate ramps

30% steepness

40% with modifications

Bumper sensors

2 in front

ACS (Anti-Collision-System)

IR receiver and two IR

diodes for

left and right

Status LEDs

6

(4 may be appropriated)

Light sensors

2

ADC (Analog to Digital Converter)

2 (may be used as I/0)

Motor drivers

2 optimized MOSFET H-

Bridges

Ground clearance

10 mm

Power supply connectors

2 x 5V and 1 x 7.2V

Voltage regulator

5V

Operating time

3-6 hours

Power supply

6 AA rechargeable

batteries

(not

included)

Current consumption

500 mA

Dimensions (L x W x H)

172 x 128 x 50 mm

Technical data subject to change without notice

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Specifications

Training & Support
Manual on CD

Chapter 1:

Chapter 2:

Chapter 3:

Chapter 4:

Chapter 5:

Chapter 6:

Appendix:

RP6v2

RP6v2 comes

RP6v2 vehicle

V030113

with the
following
items:

CD

10-pin
connector

USB connector
cable

USB
programmer
interface

Available
Accessories

RP6v2-M32

RP6v2-WIFI

RP6v2-EXP

RP6v2-DSP

Introduction

Expansion and technical data
What the RP6 can do
Application suggestions

The RP6 in Detail

Control system
Power supply
Sensors
Drive system
Expansion system

Hardware & Software Setup

Programming the RP6
Configuring the Source Code Editor
Program upload to the RP6
Why C? And what’s “GCC”?
C- Crash Course for Beginners
Makefiles
The RP6 function library
Example programs

Experiment Board

Closing Words

Troubleshooting
Encoder calibration
Connector pinouts
Recycling and safety instructions